Minis in motion
Minis in Motion is one of STAR’s core programs, in which our miniature horses and donkeys partner with local schools, long-term care facilities, camps, and organizations to ignite a spark for learning and personal development. Although small in stature, these animals are big in personality and capture attention wherever they go.
Due to their size, minis are perfect partners in Equine Assisted Learning activities and help promote personal development and emotional well-being. Designed for individuals and small groups, STAR’s Minis in Motion program activities enhance life skills through experiencing the world of the horse.
The minis can travel, and they are perfect for indoor and outdoor visits. They predominately aid participants in memory care units and local assisted living facilities but are equally comfortable with school groups, camps, and parades.
For more information about STAR's Minis in Motion Program, please call 865-988-4711 or email our Program Coordinator.
The minis can travel, and they are perfect for indoor and outdoor visits. They predominately aid participants in memory care units and local assisted living facilities but are equally comfortable with school groups, camps, and parades.
For more information about STAR's Minis in Motion Program, please call 865-988-4711 or email our Program Coordinator.
Reflections
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Created as a supplemental program to Minis in Motion, STAR's Reflections program invites those individuals in East Tennessee with early and middle-stage Alzheimer's and their caregivers to STAR for interaction with humans and horses every first and third Monday of the month.
Before the session, STAR will assess each participant for behavioral and physical suitability to the program. Caregivers are encouraged to attend alongside the participant to provide a familiar face and a soothing presence. After participating in two lessons with the participant, the caregiver can remain on site but rest during the session.
Following the assessment, each participant will be paired with a suitable equine and a STAR volunteer during the hour-long session. A STAR staff member with ESMHL certification supervises and directs the group.
The goal is to provide a positive experience for both the participant and their caregiver that facilitates the generation and use of language, encourages social interaction, and increases a sense of well-being.
To participate in STAR's Reflections program, or for more information call 865-988-4711, or email our Program Coordinator.
View the Reflections brochure here.
Before the session, STAR will assess each participant for behavioral and physical suitability to the program. Caregivers are encouraged to attend alongside the participant to provide a familiar face and a soothing presence. After participating in two lessons with the participant, the caregiver can remain on site but rest during the session.
Following the assessment, each participant will be paired with a suitable equine and a STAR volunteer during the hour-long session. A STAR staff member with ESMHL certification supervises and directs the group.
The goal is to provide a positive experience for both the participant and their caregiver that facilitates the generation and use of language, encourages social interaction, and increases a sense of well-being.
To participate in STAR's Reflections program, or for more information call 865-988-4711, or email our Program Coordinator.
View the Reflections brochure here.
